A/N: so here i am. think i abandoned this story, didn't you? i almost did. but here it is. enjoy!
Disclaimer: not mine. simple as that
Chapter 4: Reunited
Hermione ate dinner with Zchynard and Nana Sella. Nana cooked their dinner and she and Zchynard prepared the table. The dinner was wonderful. They talked about their day though there weren't much to tell. They had a laugh when Nana Sella slapped Zchynard's hand when he tried to summon a glass of water.
When a comfortable silence fell upon them, she decided to open a discussion about her plan to leave. She told them that she'd leave tomorrow morning and go to Australia to find her parents. She thanked them for their kindness and told them that she'd pay them a visit one day.
Zchynard spoke up. "Then, I'd go with you."
"What?" Hermione asked thinking that she didn't hear him right.
"I was about to leave for Bulgaria the day I found you. Maybe I could accompany you and help you find your parents before I go to Bulgaria. I mean, if that's alright with you." He said.
"But what about Nana Sella?" She asked looking at the old woman who hadn't said a word through the whole topic.
Nana Sella smiled genuinely. "Don't worry about me, dear. I've been living here all by myself for quite a few years now. I'm used to it by now."
"But-"
"No buts. Take my grandson with you if you're leaving tomorrow. I don't think that you've regained your complete strength but if Zchynard's with you at least I won't worry about the both of you." Nana told her off.
Zchynard laughed. "That's my Grandma for you!"
She let out a small laugh herself.
After finishing their dinner and cleaning it up the three of them decided to surrender for the day. Zchynard went to her room (which was actually his) to pack his things and went down back to his "bed" after saying goodnight to her. Hermione didn't have anything to pack so she let sleep engulf her.
The next day, Nana Sella woke up very early. Nana prepared them breakfast while she and Zchynard prepared themselves. They ate happily together. When it was time for them to leave, Nana hugged Zchynard then her. The old woman eyes were teary but not a single tear fell from it. She was a very strong woman, Hermione knew.
Zchynard promised that they'll be back once everything was settled. Hermione nodded her head for confirmation. After Nana Sella hugged them again, they went to leave. They walk the whole way out of the forest and apparated to the airport. They decided to take muggle planes to go to Australia.
When they arrived at Australia, Hermione apparated them to the place where she left her parents. They appeared in front of a small café. Hermione took the lead and went inside. She stopped dead on her tracks as tears filled her eyes.
Zchynard looked at where she was looking and saw that there were a couple laughing at the counter. The woman has the same bushy hair like Hermione's except that it was red. The man has the same hazel eyes and brown hair like Hermione's. He concluded that they were Hermione's parents.
Noticing that they were blocking the entrance, he decided to lead an almost crying Hermione on the counter and let her sit. The woman whom he assumed was Hermione's mother asked them what they would like to have. Zchynard took it on himself to order the two of them a café latté.
Hermione calmed down when their drinks arrived and the woman left with concern on her eyes as she looked at Hermione.
The woman whispered something on the man's ears and the man looked at them. He seemed concern just like his wife but they let Zchynard and Hermione be. Zchynard took a sip on his café latté and encouraged Hermione to do the same. They waited for the people to leave as they drank their orders very slowly. Hermione was very still and quiet. Zchynard figured out that she was probably preparing herself for the talk she's going to have with her parents.
Hermione's mum and dad entertained customers after customers. When the last of the customers left, they decided to talk to Zchynard and Hermione.
"Excuse me, but we're about to close the shop." Hermione's dad told them warily. Zchynard took it on himself to make the first move.
"Hello, Sir" Zchynard looked at the man "and Ma'am." He then looked at the woman. "I'm Zchynard and this is my friend, Hermione." He said gesturing to Hermione.
Hermione looked up and met the worried gaze of her parents. She stood up and with trembling voice and hands, she talked to her parents.
"Mum, Dad." She whispered. The couple looked baffled. Hermione told her tale after that. She told them that she was their daughter. She told them of their life before she obliviated them and why she did obliviated them and asked for their permission to change their memory back to how it should be.
The couple gave their permission and Hermione performed the right spells. Zchynard watched from a corner. When Hermione's parents remembered everything, they cried and hugged their daughter. Hermione was also crying.
Afterwards, Hermione continued her tale. She told them what her life has become after she sent them to Australia. She told them everything except her feelings for Harry and that she left the wizarding world without telling anyone. This made Zchynard frown.
When their family moment was over, Hermione introduced Zchynard to them as her friend who helped her after the war. Zchynard smiled at them and they smiled back. They decided to go to Hermione's parent's house and continue their talk there.
Everything went well after that. Zchynard stayed with the Grangers for another week before going to Bulgaria. He spent most of his time with Hermione. They were very close by the time Zchynard had to leave. Zchynard also got close to Marco and Emerald; Hermione's parents. They made him promise to come back and pay them a visit soon which he gladly said yes.
Hermione was really enjoying Zchynard's company. She could tell him everything and he makes her forget the sad feelings for a while. She was crying a little when they were saying their goodbyes.
"Mio, I'll be back. I promise." He said using his nickname for her. "I just have to settle some things in Bulgaria. I have to see my parents but after that, I'll come back here. Alright?" Zchynard asked Hermione gently. He hugged her gently but also firmly.
Hermione nodded. "I'll see you, then. Thank you, Zchynard. For everything." She whispered.
He chuckled. "You're welcome." He gave her a smile and left.
...xoxo...
A month later…
Harry Potter was looking out the window on his room at the Burrow that he shared with Ron. Even after they've rested and all, they still haven't got a clue on where Hermione might be. They've went to every possible place she might have gone to but they found nothing. The only place they could think of is Australia. But even so, they don't know where exactly in Australia did she send her parents to. They've already asked the new Minister of Magic, Kingsley Shacklebolt, for help. And they knew that Kingsley was doing his best. He already contacted the Minister of Magic of Australia for help but still, there's nothing.
Everyone was almost giving up. Everyone except Harry. He helps in the search as much as he can. He makes sure that The Daily Prophet always has the news of Hermione missing on the front page.
'Hermione, where are you? Please come back. I miss you. I need you.' Harry thought. It's the same thing every night. Always praying that Hermione would come back to them. Come back to him.
But she never did, never might will...
A/N: so i'm sorry for the very, very late update. for more information about this story please check out my profile. review please! don't forget!
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